Description : Glucose tolerance is increased in (A) Diabetes mellitus (B) Adrenalectomy (C) Acromegaly (D) Thyrotoxicosis
Last Answer : B
Description : Stature is increased in (A) Gigantism (B) Acromegaly (C) Simmond’s disease(D) Cushing’s disease
Last Answer : Answer : A
Description : Of the following disorders, which results from excessive secretion of somatotropin? a) Acromegaly The patient with acromegaly demonstrates progressive enlargement of peripheral body parts, most ... syndrome is the result of abnormal secretion of adrenocortical hormones, especially androgen.
Last Answer : a) Acromegaly The patient with acromegaly demonstrates progressive enlargement of peripheral body parts, most commonly the face, head, hands, and feet.
Description : Metabolic actions of estrogens tend to cause the following except: A. Anabolism B. Impaired glucose tolerance C. Rise in plasma LDL-cholesterol D. Salt and water retention
Last Answer : C. Rise in plasma LDL-cholesterol
Description : Impaired galactose tolerance test suggests (A) Defect in glucose utilisation (B) Liver cell injury (C) Renal defect (D) Muscle injury
Last Answer : Answer : B
Description : What are other conditions which may cause impaired glucose tolerance?
Last Answer : Alimentary glucosuria, renal glucosuria.
Description : What is impaired glucose tolerance (IGT)?
Last Answer : When fasting plasma glucose level is between 110 and 126 mg/dl and 2-hour post-glucose value is between 140 and 200 mg/dl.
Description : A 65-year old patient has colon carcinoma metastatic to the liver and lungs. He has had a weight loss of 10 kg. Cytokine-dependent tumor cachexia is attributable to which of the ... is impaired e. Partial reversal of differentiated adipocytes to pre-adipocyte morphology and gene expression occurs
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c, d, e Tumor cachexia appears to be mediated by TNFa. Lipopolysaccharide (LPS), as well as other cytokines, activate a variety of inflammatory cells, most ... chronic syndromes of anorexia, weight loss, and cachexia that are associated with both chronic infection and malignancy
Description : 56. The nurse is aware that acromegaly is a condition when growth hormone occurs in excess in adulthood or after epiphyses of the long bones have fused. The following are the typical features of the disorder except
Last Answer : C. The client grows taller
Description : The condition that results when there is an increased production of human growth hormone in an adult is termed A) Cushing's syndrome. B) Addison's disease. C) gigantism. D) dwarfism. E) acromegaly.
Last Answer : E) acromegaly.
Description : All of the following statements about generalized gangliosidosis are true except (A) It results from deficiency of GM1-βGangliosidase (B) Breakdown of GM1 ganglioside is impaired (C) GM2 ganglioside accumulates in liver and elsewhere (D) It leads to mental retardation
Last Answer : Answer : C
Description : All the following statements about obstructive jaundice are true except (A) Prothrombin time may be prolonged due to impaired absorption of vitamin K (B) Serum alkaline phosphatase may be raised ... systemic circulation due to biliary obstruction (D) There is no defect in conjugation of bilirubin
Description : Acromegaly results from overproduction of (A) ACTH during childhood (B) TSH during adult life (C) Growth hormone during childhood (D) Growth hormone during adult life HORMONE METABOLISM 219
Last Answer : Answer : D
Description : Acromegaly results due to excessive release of (A) Thyroxine (B) Growth hormone (C) Insulin (D) Glucagon
Description : Endlessly, I hunger, Lazily, I sleep. Murderous, I thunder, Desires, I do seek. Hoarding countless treasures, so my stature I retain, Envious of others whose feet on Earth remain. What am I? -Riddles
Last Answer : The Seven Deadly Sins' - Reasoning: Each sentence structure portrays one of the seven deadly sins from Christian theology, with the exception of the final 5 words. In order according to the riddle, these ... of those still alive, and thus can still repent for their sins in order to enter Heaven.
Description : The absorption of glucose in the digestive tract (A) Occurs in the small intestine (B) Is stimulated by the hormone Glucagon (C) Occurs more rapidly than the absorption of any other sugar (D) Is impaired in cases of diabetes mellitus
Last Answer : A
Description : How is the large number of bones in your hands and feet both an advantage and a disadvantage?
Last Answer : they can disadvantage you in spots and an advantage they make you strronger
Description : 16.8 Drugs that suppress growth hormone release in acromegaly include the following except: A. Bromocriptine B. Somatostatin C. Octreotide D. Nafarelin
Last Answer : D. Nafarelin
Description : Vitamin D absorption is increased in (A) Acid pH of intestine (B) Alkaline pH of intestine (C) Impaired fat absorption (D) Contents of diet
Description : Increased serum alanine during fasting is due to (A) Breakdown of muscle proteins (B) Decreased utilization of non essential amino acids (C) Leakage of aminoacids to plasma (D) Impaired renal function
Description : Which of the following concerning the conjugation of bilirubin is correct? 1) is catalysed by a glucuronyl transferase 2) occurs in the Kupfer cells of the liver 3) is increased by valproate 4) is inhibited by rifampicin 5) is impaired in Dubin-Johnson syndrome
Last Answer : Answers-1 b - Hepatocytes. c - Enzyme inhibitor. d - Enzyme inducer. e - Conjugation is OK but excretion from the hepatocyte into the bile is impaired. (Gilbert's syndrome ... bilirubinaemia. Dubin-Johnson syndrome - bilirubin can't Depart from the hepatocyte - conjugated bilirubinaemia.)
Description : ____ like onions and garlic are enlargements above the roots. a. Roots c. Bulbs b. Tubers d. Stems
Last Answer : c. Bulbs
Description : Metallic constituent of “Glucose tolerance factor” is (A) Sulphur (B) Cobalt (C) Chromium (D) Selenium
Description : Glucose tolerance is decreased in (A) Diabetes mellitus (B) Hypopituitarisme (C) Addison’s disease (D) Hypothyroidism
Description : The normal glucose tolerance curve reaches peak is (A) 15 min (B) 1 hr (C) 2 hrs (D) 2 ½ hrs
Description : An 16-year-old man presents with polyuria and polydipsia. Which of the following may confirm the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus? 1) A random plasma glucose of >7.5 mmol/L 2) A finding of 3+ ketonuria 3) An HbA1c of 7.0% 4) A fasting plasma glucose of 7.5 mmol/L 5) An abnormal glucose tolerance test
Last Answer : Answers-4 The diagnosis is usually relatively easy to confirm in a symptomatic subject. A random glucose of >11.1 mmol/L or a fasting glucose of >7.0 mmol/L would be regarded as ... haemoglobin (HbA1c) is also highly suggestive but not diagnostic. A glucose tolerance test is rarely needed.
Description : A 35 year old male presents with weakness and tiredness. He is noted to be hyertensive. Electrolytes show a hypokalaemia and a hypomagnesaemia. What investigation would you select for this patient? ... Plasma renin toaldosterone ratio 3) Serum amylase 4) Serum calcium 5) Oral glucose tolerance test
Last Answer : Answers-2 The hypokalaemic hypertension with hypomagnesaemia suggests primary hyperaldosteronism. The most reliable assessment for this would be renin to aldosterone ratio.
Description : What is the major indication for doing an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)?
Last Answer : Patient has symptoms suggestive of diabetes mellitus, but fasting blood sugar value is inconclusive (between 100 and 126 mg/dl).
Description : Which one of the following viscera accommodates a largest blood volume at rest ?
Last Answer : Which one of the following viscera accommodates a largest blood volume at rest ? A. Spleen B. Heart C. Liver D. Lungs
Description : The following statement(s) is/are true concerning host defense mechanisms to intraabdominal infection. a. Bacterial clearance can occur via translymphatic absorption b. Phagocytic activity and bacterial killing can ... may be walled off but are seldom sealed by the omentum and other mobile viscera
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c The introduction of microorganisms into the normally sterile peritoneal environment invoke several potent specialized host antimicrobial defense mechanisms. Bacterial clearance, ... the contaminated enteric contents walled off, preventing continued soilage of the peritoneal cavity
Description : Excessive secretion from the pituitary gland in children results in – (1) increased height (2) retarded growth (3) weakening of bones (4) None of the above
Last Answer : (1) increased height
Description : Which hormone causes overgrowth of plant stems ?
Last Answer : Gibberellin hormone causes overgrowth of plant stems
Description : The drug isoniazid is used widely in contemporary medicine to a. Treat tuberculosis. b. Prevent fungal overgrowth in the intestine. c. Clear away wound infections. d. Eliminate infections due to gram-negative bacteria.
Last Answer : a. Treat tuberculosis.
Description : Denture stomatitis is commonly associated with, A. The continuous wearing of removable orthodontic appliances in otherwise healthy patient B. The proliferation of hypertrophic tissue at the denture ... overgrowth of some constituents of oral normal microflora D. Allergy to denture base material
Last Answer : C. The overgrowth of some constituents of oral normal microflora
Description : What has a face, but no head; hands, but no feet; yet travels everywhere and is usually running? -Riddles
Last Answer : A watch.
Description : My face is black and my skin is uneven compared to my hands and feet , how can it be adjusted ?
Last Answer : In most cases, the skin of the hands and feet is much darker than the skin of the face. However, the opposite problem is also seen that the skin of the face is blacker than the hands and feet. ... and face together. This inconsistency will go away if you leave one and take care of the other. Thanks!
Description : Hands and feet are blacker than face. ? I am 21 years old. Hands and feet are blacker than face. What can I do to whiten my hands and feet in a domestic way ?
Last Answer : Answer : Drink plenty of water , sleep more , apply raw turmeric on the body, take a bath after 1 hour , you can also take these medicines --- Cap- Ecap 200 mg or 400 mg 1 + 0 + 1 or 0 + 0 + 1 food After , 1-3 months. Tab- Pantobex / Pantid / Pantonix 20 mg 1 + 0 + 1 before meal.
Description : What is the way to keep skin fair and normal when face and hands and feet become black in winter ?
Last Answer : You have to take regular bath with lukewarm water and drink plenty of water at the same time. If possible, drink lemon juice mixed with salt in hot water. And be very careful when using lotions or ... consumed. All in all, the skin is damaged. These problems can be avoided with proper care. Thanks.
Description : Insulin resistance is encountered in (A) Addison’s disease (B) Hypothyroidism (C) Hypopituctarism (D) Acromegaly
Description : Overproduction of growth hormone during childhood causes (A) Acromegaly (B) Gigantism (C) Cushing’s disease (D) Simmond’s disease
Description : Adrenergic β1 selective blockers offer the following advantages except: A. Lower propensity to cause bronchospasm B. Less prone to produce cold hands and feet as side effect C. Withdrawal is less likely to exacerbate angina pectoris D. Less liable to impair exercise capacity
Last Answer : C. Withdrawal is less likely to exacerbate angina pectoris
Description : Adrenergic β 1 selective blockers offer the following advantages except: A. Lower propensity to cause bronchospasm B. Less prone to produce cold hands and feet as side effect C. Withdrawal is less likely to exacerbate angina pectoris D. Less liable to impair exercise capacity
Description : The following statement(s) is/are true concerning necrotizing fascitis. a. Mortality rates as high as 40% can be expected b. The infection involves only the superficial fascia, sparing the deep ... e. Necrotizing fascitis is most likely to develop in the face of impaired fascial blood supply
Last Answer : Answer: a, c, d, e Necrotizing fascitis is an uncommon infection of the deep and superficial fascia that is associated with mortality as high as 40% in many series. ... fulminant and is frequently associated with cellulitis, myositis, fascitis, and bacteremia with attendant high mortality
Description : A 55-year-old male undergoes a total abdominal colectomy. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning the hormonal response to the surgical procedure? a. Adrenocorticotropic ... in serum insulin and a fall in glucagon accelerate hepatic glucose production and maintain gluconeogenesis
Last Answer : Answer: a, c One of the earliest consequence of a surgical procedure is the rise in levels of circulating cortisol that occur in response to a sudden outpouring of ACTH ... hepatic glucose production, and, with other hormones (epinephrine and glucocorticoids), gluconeogenesis is maintained
Description : Glucose overload results in increased CO 2 production. Which of the following statements are true? A. In patients with respiratory insufficiency, administration of glucose as a principal calorie ... who are supported by respirators in intensive care units and are receiving nutritional support.
Last Answer : Answer: C DISCUSSION: Few papers have excited as much interest as that by Askanazi, Kinney, and co-workers, which demonstrated that glucose calories given to patients with severe respiratory ... the caloric requirement and glucose for the remainder, without much fear of excessive CO 2 production
Description : Which of the following metabolic effects may be observed in patients with sepsis? a. Increased gluconeogenesis b. Accelerated proteolysis c. Increased lipolysis d. Impaired gut metabolism of glutamine
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c, d A number of metabolic responses to sepsis have been defined. Glucose production is increased in infected patients which appears to be additive to the ... metabolism of lipids from peripheral fat stores is especially prominent during a period of inadequate nutritional support
Description : 16.3 Actions of growth hormone include the following except: A. Increased protein synthesis B. Increased fat utilization C. Increased carbohydrate utilization D. Glucose intolerance
Last Answer : C. Increased carbohydrate utilization
Description : Glucose tolerance test?
Last Answer : DefinitionThe glucose tolerance test is a laboratory method to check how the body breaks down (metabolizes) sugar.Alternative NamesOral glucose tolerance testHow the test is performedThe most common glucose tolerance ... the injection, and again at 1 and 3 minutes after the injection, although th
Description : Diazoxide is an effective hypotensive, but is not used in the long-term treatment of hypertension because: A. It impairs glucose tolerance by inhibiting insulin release B. It inhibits uric acid ... causes marked Na+ and water retention leading to development of tolerance D. All of the above
Last Answer : D. All of the above
Description : Glucocorticoids impair carbohydrate tolerance by: A. Promoting gluconeogenesis in liver B. Depressing glucose uptake into skeletal muscles C. Inhibiting insulin secretion D. Both A and B are correct
Last Answer : D. Both A and B are correct